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 ATLANTA (AP) - Not too long ago, Delta Air Lines Inc. and Northwest Airlines Corp. seemed all but certain to announce a combination soon.
That still could happen in the next few days, but an impasse over seniority involving the pilots unions has jeopardized a deal, raising the question of what happens if Delta or Northwest walks away.
Industry observers say the two airlines could stay independent, seek a quick deal with another carrier or wait until next year to try the consolidation game again.
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